AROUND THE REGIONS —
Meet our NZCB Presidents The New Zealand Certified Builders Association (NZCB) is divided into 22 regions throughout New Zealand. Each region is led by a President and supported by a local committee. The regional Presidents role includes being a go-to person/voice on behalf of their region to communicate any industry concerns or business issues they may have. The President is available to speak on the regions’ behalf to NZCB management and the NZCB Board. As you may or may not be aware who your President is, we have asked each President to put together a short bio about themselves so you can get to know a bit more about them. Should you need to contact your President, their details can be found on the members’ only Toolshed at https://www.nzcb.nz/ members/nzcb-people/ or, alternatively please contact the National Support Office on 0800 237 843. Matt Hatchard Bay of Islands/Far North Member since 2018 – President since 2021
Craig Cogan Whangarei Member since 2009 – President since 2021
I gave up a career behind a desk to follow my passion into the building industry as an adult. Starting in the UK, and then completing my ITAB Apprenticeship through Northtec and Fox Build in Russell. In 2018, I won the NZCB Apprentice Challenge and later that year I took over the business I was working for, building Architectural builds in Russell. My wife and I have two young boys which keeps us busy, and I have also been a Volunteer Fire Fighter with the Russell Brigade for three years.
Born and bred in the Bream Bay area, I have over 25 years’ experience in the building industry. I started my apprenticeship at age 15 and, once qualified, I headed overseas to gain further experience. Returning home in 2008, I started my own business, Cogan Custom Homes, focusing mainly on mid to high-end new builds. I am passionate about our region, my business and family. As well as being an active property investor, I enjoy travelling (when possible) playing golf, kite surfing and fishing while following most sports, including hockey, cricket and, of course, rugby. Alan Warburton Waikato Member since 2013 – President since 2021
Barbara MacGregor Auckland Member since 2010 – President since 2021 After graduating from the University of Waikato with a BMS degree (Marketing), I secured a place on the Ford Motor Company graduate program. This led to a 12-year Sales & Marketing career with this company, including working with luxury brands Jaguar and Land Rover as their NZ Marketing Manager. In 2005, my husband Kris and I established our building business in Auckland specialising in renovations. Three years later, I left Ford and since then have worked full time in our business assisting with and overseeing the day-to-day operations. I love nothing more than taking our kids on an outing to one of Auckland’s wild west coast beaches. Paul James Tauranga Districts Member since 2011 – President since 2016
I’m proud to represent NZCB in the Waikato region alongside my current role as Programme Coordinator for ITAB Carpentry Apprenticeships at Wintec. I also have a small renovation company where I undertake small building jobs. With over 20 years of experience in the building industry within New Zealand and Canada, I obtained a teaching certificate through Brock University in Hamilton, Ontario. I taught at an isolated high school in Pinehouse Lake, Saskatchewan and when I returned to Aotearoa, I taught pre-trade carpentry at Unitec in Auckland.
Hamish Galloway Whakatane Member since 2001 – President since 2015
Born and bred on a dairy farm in the Tauranga region, I spent my youth hunting, riding dirt bikes and mucking around with yachts. Adult life saw a stint in the police force followed by a building apprenticeship in Auckland, moving back to Tauranga and into business in 2003. I have never looked back. I am currently enjoying the role as President and being able to help our local membership navigate its way through an ever-evolving building and construction future.
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I have been building for 30 years in the Opotiki and Whakatane area and employ three staff. For the last 20 years I have also been a Volunteer Fire Fighter and have completed the Sky Tower challenge four times to help raise money for the Leukaemia and Blood Foundation. I am married to Jo with two sons and have a love for the outdoors, enjoying hunting and fishing.
